Trans Fat

+**Trans Fat**

+Trans fat, or *trans*-fatty acid, is a type of [Unsaturated Fat](/wiki/unsaturated_fat) with a unique chemical structure. Often created through industrial [Hydrogenation](/wiki/hydrogenation), these fats are widely recognized for their adverse impact on heart health. Many nations have restricted or banned their use in food products.

+## See also

+- [Fat](/wiki/fat)

+- [Nutrition](/wiki/nutrition)